P278BTransmission kick - down switch - circuit range/performance
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
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What P278B means
P278B
Transmission kick - down switch - circuit range/performance
Generic · engine
Data confidence78%
The control module judged the Transmission kick - down switch signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
78B
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P278B
What does P278B mean?
Transmission kick - down switch - circuit range/performance. The control module judged the Transmission kick - down switch signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.
Is P278B generic or manufacturer-specific?
P278B is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P278B at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.